A place to create moments that matter
Location: Hybrid, Peterborough or Bradford
Salary: £30,727 per annum
Permanent, 35 hours per week, Monday – Friday 9am-5pm.
Thousands of families across the country rely on us for a safe, affordable home. And as the housing crisis deepens, the work we do has never been more important.
It’s this belief - that everyone deserves a place to call home - that drives everything we do. Together, we find new ways to understand and champion our customers, support them and drive positive change.
For a career that means more and makes a meaningful impact on society, this is the place to be.
Bring fresh thinking. Tell real stories. Make an impact.
Are you someone who sees the story behind every moment? Do you love creating content that connects with people in a genuine, meaningful way? At Accent, we’re looking for a Digital Communications Officer who’s ready to get out into the community, capture authentic stories, and help us take our digital presence to the next level.
This is more than a desk-based role - it’s about being out and about, meeting customers, sharing their experiences, and bringing our values to life through engaging, creative content.
What you’ll be doing
- Managing our day to day social media channels and website
- Creating fresh, engaging content, from filming in the community to crafting compelling posts and stories
- Sharing real customer and Accent stories that reflect who we are and what we stand for
- Developing and delivering innovative social media strategies that grow engagement and reach
- Keeping our website dynamic, accessible, and informative for customers and stakeholders
- Taking a project mindset, seeing the bigger picture and following ideas through from concept to delivery
- Trying new formats, trends, and approaches to keep our content evolving
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Salary
The spot salary for this post is £30,727 per annum for applicants who fully meet the requirements of the post. If you’re still developing some of the skills or experience, you can start at a salary 5% or 10% below the spot rate, with clear support and progression opportunities to reach the full amount.
About you
- Proven experience managing organisational social media platforms (e.g. Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram)
- Experience creating engaging digital content across multiple formats, including video and imagery
- Ability to create, edit and publish multimedia content using relevant tools and software
- Experience using Content Management Systems (CMS) to update and maintain website content
- Strong understanding of website analytics (e.g. Google Analytics) and ability to use data to inform decisions
- Knowledge of Search Engine Optimisation (SEO) and applying best practice to digital content
- Excellent copywriting and editing skills, with the ability to tailor tone and messaging for different audiences
The successful applicant will be subject to pre‑employment checks, such as DBS and social media screening, before an offer is confirmed.
Interviews
We want your candidate experience to reflect who we are - a place to grow, a place to thrive, a place to be you.
Stage 1: A Place to Connect
A Teams interview with the hiring manager. You’ll learn more about the role and team, and we’ll get to know you – your experience, goals, and what you bring.
Planned date: 6th or 7th July via Teams.
Stage 2: A Place to Show Your Strengths
You'll deliver a role related presentation and have a final behavioural and scenario-based interview focused on how you apply your knowledge to real-life situations. You'll be asked to complete a Congruity Questionnaire in advance.
Planned date: 16th July at our Peterborough office.
We aim to make the process clear, supportive, and genuinely valuable – a place where you feel informed and confident at every step.
A place to build a future
We’ve got big ambitions and we’re looking for people who want to grow with us. Here, you’ll have the chance to learn new skills, shape your career, and thrive in a collaborative environment where your ideas matter.
And because we believe great work deserves great rewards, here’s what you can look forward to:
Generous time off – 28 days holiday plus bank holidays, an extra day for your birthday, and the option to buy more.
Health & wellbeing support – Cash health plan, Health MOTs, online GP access, gym discounts, and a dedicated volunteering day for a cause you care about.
Financial perks – Car leasing options, salary sacrifice schemes, and exclusive discounts through our benefits platform to help your money go further.
Future-focused benefits – Access to both Defined Contribution and Defined Benefit pension schemes through salary sacrifice, plus life assurance at three times your salary for peace of mind.
Family-friendly policies – Enhanced parental leave, flexible working options, and support for work-life balance.
Career development – From Stepping into Management and Management Essentials training to our Leadership Academy, apprenticeships, and more – we’ll help you grow and succeed.
This is more than a job – it’s a place where you can make an impact, feel valued, and be rewarded for what you do.
We’re Committed to Inclusion
We believe diversity makes us stronger and we’re committed to creating a place where everyone feels valued, respected, and able to thrive.
Our recruitment process is designed to be accessible and inclusive, and if you need any reasonable adjustments at any stage, just let us know – we’ll make it happen.
Because this isn’t just a workplace – it’s a place to belong.
Please don’t delay in submitting your application. Where roles are urgent or we receive a high volume of applications, we may interview and conclude the process prior to any closing date indicated.
If you have any queries about the role, please email: [email protected]
Please note candidates must have current eligibility to live and work in the UK, Accent do not currently hold a sponsorship license.
If you’re looking for a place you can make a positive difference to society, to our organisation and to your future, apply now.
Recruitment Agencies: We work exclusively with partners on our preferred supplier list (PSL) and do not accept unsolicited CVs or speculative approaches from agencies for this role.
